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How are prime ministers in parliamentary democracies different from presidents in presidential democracies?
A.
Presidents are elected by the people, while prime ministers are chosen by legislatures.

B.
The position of prime minister is passed from parent to child, while presidents are elected.

C.
Prime ministers have little power, while presidents are the most powerful people in government.

D.
Presidents have executive and legislative power, while prime ministers only have executive power.

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Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
A.

In parliamentary systems the prime minister is typically selected by the legislature (the majority party or coalition). In presidential systems the president is usually elected directly by the voters and serves separately from the legislature. Options B, C and D are incorrect.